Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) - Adult Psych

Ascension; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascension is hiring for a full-time behavioral health patient care provider at the St. Vincent Stress Center in Indianapolis. Candidates will deliver compassionate care, ensure patient safety, and provide therapeutic interventions. Preference is given to those with previous patient care experience, specialized certifications, and a commitment to healing in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Various health insurance options

Retirement benefits with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent with 2 years of experience or associate's degree.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire required.
• Experience in patient care and prefer credentialed nurse aide.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct behavioral health patient care.
• Assist patients in daily activities and report on their condition.
• Establish therapeutic relationships with patients.

Skills

Patient care

Behavioral health

Therapeutic relationship

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree/Technical degree

Job description

We Are Hiring

• Department: Psych
• Schedule: Full Time Nights; 36 hours per week; Will work E/3rd weekend.
• Hospital: St. Vincent Stress Center
• Location: Indianapolis

At Ascension St. Vincent Stress Center, we deliver a wide range of mental health services with compassionate care. Our team approach focuses on healing mind, body and spirit.

What You Will Do

Provide direct behavioral health patient care.

• Assist patients with performing activities of daily living.
• Provide or assist with providing direct patient care, diagnostic procedures and therapeutic interventions.
• Observe and record patient behavior and activities. Report any changes in condition and suggest modifications to the treatment plan.
• Establish a therapeutic relationship with assigned patients.

What You Will Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Certification specializing in Crisis Prevention preferred.
• Nurse Aide credentialed from the Indiana Board of Nursing preferred.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Additional Preferences

Previous patient care experience; previous psych experience; bachelor's degree preferred.

Why Join Our Team

Ascension St. Vincent in Indiana has been providing rewarding careers in healthcare for over 148 years. With 24 hospitals throughout the greater Indianapolis and Evansville areas, Ascension St. Vincent offers careers in a wide range of services including acute and long-term care, bariatrics, cancer care, cardiovascular services, emergency services, neuroscience, orthopedics, pediatric services, primary and urgent care, women's health services and more.

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.

Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

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As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.

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Benefits

Paid time off (PTO) Various health insurance options & wellness plans Retirement benefits including employer match plans Long-term & short-term disability Employee assistance programs (EAP) Parental leave & adoption assistance Tuition reimbursement Ways to give back to your community

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance and salary range at the time of the offer.